The illuminated replica of the Channakeshava Temple in Somnathpur (in T. Narasipur taluk of Mysuru) is currently on display at Millennium Circle, as part of the Dasara festival. This stunning replica is capturing the attention of all onlookers. The Channakeshava Temple, a remarkable piece of 12th-century Hoysala architecture, is one of only two such temples…
Jumboo Savari rehearsal held at Mysore Palace
October 19, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: With just five days remaining for the grand Jumboo Savari on Oct. 24, which marks the conclusion of Dasara festivities, the first rehearsal for Dasara grand finale was held at Mysore Palace premises this morning. The Golden Howdah-carrying elephant Abhimanyu, accompanied by Kumki elephants Varalakshmi and Vijaya, along with seven other elephants, was moved…
Over 80 take part in heritage cycling
October 19, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: As part of the Dasara festival, a heritage cycling event took place this morning to introduce various historic landmarks in the heart of Mysuru. Over 80 cyclists participated in the event, which was inaugurated by Mysuru District Minister Dr. H.C. Mahadevappa. The Minister, along with Mayor Shivakumar and other dignitaries, cycled for a short…
Yuva Dasara begins on a starry note
October 19, 2023Hat-trick Hero Shivarajkumar turns mass entertainer; ‘Dance King’ Vinod Raj recreates yesteryear’s magic Mysore/Mysuru: Yuva Dasara, one of the promi-nent attractions of Dasara festival unfolded with a variety of entertainment programmes, that shone brighter with an ensemble of Sandalwood stars led by actor Dr. Shivarajkumar, at Maharaja’s College Grounds in city last evening. Shivarajkumar, who…
Police Band mesmerises audience at Mysore Palace
October 19, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Classical and western instrumental music performed by the Karnataka Police Band mesmerised the audience at Mysore Palace premises last evening. The performance was a huge hit on the fourth day of Dasara cultural programmes, being held as part of Dasara – 2023 with the crowd treated to the sound of music that flawlessly flowed…
Day-long State-level Dasara Yoga contest begins at Dasara Expo Grounds
October 19, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: The one-day State-level Dasara Yoga Competition, organised by Yoga Dasara Sub-Committee, got off to a start at Dasara Exhibition Grounds this morning and will continue till late evening. The competitions were inaugurated by MLA T.S. Srivatsa. A total of 1,645 yoga enthusiasts with 1,425 registering online and 220 registering at the spot are taking…
Dasara special trains to clear extra rush
October 19, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: To clear extra rush of passengers in view of Dasara Festival, South Western Railway (SWR) has decided to run Dasara special train between Mysuru – Dharwad and back and Mysuru – Bijapur and back as listed below: 1. Train No. 06205 Mysuru to Dharwad will run two trips journey commencing on Oct.22 and 24….
Heritage Tonga ride for couples tomorrow
October 19, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: A heritage Tonga ride for couples will be held tomorrow, Oct. 20 and the starting point will be Town Hall. The event will be inaugurated by Tourism Minister H.K. Patil who will also ride the Tonga along with his wife. According to officers from the Department of Archaeology, Museums and Heritage, Minister Patil will…
Navarathri Mahotsav events at Nexus Centre City
October 19, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: As part of Dasara Festival, the following Navarathri Mahotsav events will be held at Nexus Centre City here from tomorrow: Oct.20 from 10 am onwards: Cooking without Fire Contest. Participants may whip up delectable dishes and bring their food creation to life. Oct. 20 from 5 pm to 7 pm: Dandiya Dhamal. To make…
Hindustani classical music by Shubha Mudgal
October 19, 2023Padma Shri Shubha Mudgal rendering Hindustani classical music concert as part of Dasara cultural programmes at Mysore Palace last evening.
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